Zhao Dan nodded again and again and said approvingly: "This plan is feasible." If Shaoliang City is broken, the money and grain in the treasury belong to the Qin State, so it is better to take it out now to boost morale. If everyone can get away with not dying, the king will blame it, and I will bear it! ”

Everyone heard the meaning of Zhao Dan's words. Without the king's order, it is a capital offense to embezzle money from the treasury without permission. If Zhao Dan died in battle, Handan would naturally not be able to investigate Zhao Dan's culpability. But if Zhao Dan is lucky enough not to die, he must "pay" for his unauthorized claims. The best outcome is to redeem the merits for the sins, and the merits and demerits are offset.

One person counts short, two people count long. Someone else stood up and said: "This is a thousand and five hundred miles away from Handan, even if the king agrees to immediately send troops to rescue Shaoliang, it will take nearly 20 days for the army to reach Shaoliang." Most of the messengers who asked for help were still in Taiyuan at the moment, and when they arrived in Handan by detour, I am afraid that it would be three days later. Counting these days, we will need to hold out for at least a month before we can hope to see the shadow of reinforcements. This is still the ideal situation. The Qin army is more than 100,000, and the leaders are Wu Anjun Bai Qi and Wei Wei Wang Qian, if we Zhao want to compete, at least 100,000 troops must be sent to the army, and the leader must be a famous general such as Xinpingjun (Lian Po) to have the strength to fight. Now Zhao (luxury) Shangqing is leading troops to fight with Yan and Qi, and most of them are led by Lian (Po) Shangqing to help. The envoys came and went, and they were delayed for at least half a month, just to use money and food to boost morale, and I am afraid that the humble post could not support it for a month and a half! ”

Zhao Dan's eyebrows twisted together after hearing this, this is indeed a fact. The essence of Zhao is (Taihang) Shandong, where more than 80% of the country's population and taxes come from. If you want to gather more than 100,000 elite soldiers, you must recruit a large army from near Handan. South Korea and Zhao are at loggerheads, and most South Korea will not agree to Zhao Guo borrowing from the party. The army of Zhao set out from Handan to rescue Shaoliang, and must first travel 300 miles north to reach Jingcheng, and then go west. Passing through the Taihang Mountain, taking the road to Jinyang to the south, you can arrive. After a long journey, the army is bound to be exhausted, and if you want to meet the Qin army in the best mental state, you must go through rest, and this month and a half will only be more and not less. Just stimulated with a little money. It really doesn't work!

"Does Yu Qing have a high opinion?" Zhao Dan asked for advice from the guest he valued the most. Everyone in the room, the rest of the people can be called their henchmen, but Yu Qing cannot. Yu Qing is just a person recommended by his friend Ping Yuanjun to govern Hexi, this kind of person, although he values righteous words and will not turn his back on himself when he is in trouble, but it is also difficult to take it for his own use. They do things according to their preferences, and they are not good at fame and fortune. It belongs to the kind of "the virtuous will enter the court to assist, and the virtuous will be alone". Its ambition can be between mountains and rivers, or on top of temples. Otherwise, with the meritocracy of the Plains King, he can only worship it but cannot accept it.

"There are two things that matter most. First, the Qin army was menacing, and it was inevitable to win Hexi, and on the occasion of this great change, the country should make a decision quickly. Otherwise. When the interruption continues, it is chaotic. But the king had always hesitated. The country was also busy fighting with Yan and Qi, and the ministers of the DPRK and China were bound to divide into two factions and quarrel endlessly over whether to rescue Shaoliang. The adults should speak directly, and write to the king, indicating that although the Zhao State is strong, it cannot be the enemy of Yan and Qi in the east. It was difficult with Han and Wei in the south, embarrassed with Qin in the west, and not in harmony with the Xiongnu in the north. Now if you want to break the situation, you can only form an alliance with Han and Wei, if not. At least make friends with one of these countries. Otherwise, we will not be able to hold out for a month and a half. This matter is a big matter, and the king only trusts Pingyuan Jun and Lin Shangqing, and the relationship between the two adults has always been good, and when he writes a letter asking them to work together to promote an alliance, this is one of them! ”

Zhao Dan was silent. The Qin State attacked Zhao, and only Shaoliang was still in the hands of the Zhao State in the land west of the river. In any case, it was impossible for Zhao to be at war with Yan, Qi, and Qin at the same time. There are only two roads in front of Zhao, either to cut the land and ask for peace with Qin, and concentrate on dealing with Yan and Qi; Either make peace with Yan and Qi, and go to war with Qin. Zhao's previous ally was Qin, and in order not to be weak, it was imperative to seek new allies. Exclude the three kingdoms of Yan, Qi, and Qin, or Korea, or the states of Wei or Chu. Among them, there are two countries that can provide direct help, South Korea and Wei.

If South Korea and Zhao form an alliance, then South Korea can launch an offensive from the direction of Hanzhong and Nanyang and carry out the strategy of "encircling Wei and saving Zhao". If Zhao and Wei form an alliance, Wei can either make a feint at Hangu Pass or send reinforcements from Hedong. This is the fastest and most reliable way to get reinforcements for your side. As for the state of Chu, even if it forms an alliance, it is beyond the reach of its own side, and it cannot be rescued, so it can only strengthen its prestige.

What Yu Qing said was very true. It's just that now that the Qin army is besieging the city, even if I write the letter, it will be difficult to send it to Handan! Zhao Dan said with a sad face.

Everyone shook their heads again and again, 100,000 Qin troops besieged the city, unless their own envoys turned into birds, there was still hope to send a message. Yu Qing's opinion can't be implemented at all!

Yu Qing smiled disappreciatively, and said in a surprising voice: "The minister has a plan to spread the adult's mind to Handan." ”

Zhao Dan was overjoyed and couldn't wait to ask, "Will the plan come out?" ”

"The reason why I see that the Qin army is not in a hurry to attack Shaoliang is that on the one hand, it thinks that Shaoliang is within reach, and on the other hand, it is concerned about casualties. Why don't we take the plan and give it to Bai Qi, the lord handed over Shaoliang's map and contract coefficient to Bai Qi, expressing his willingness to take the initiative to surrender, but he needs Handan's order to dare to do it. He took the opportunity to go to Handan alone as an envoy of the adults, nominally to persuade the king to cede the land of the West River to the Qin State, but in fact it was to buy time for the adults. I think that the Qin army has 100,000 people, and it will not embarrass me as a scholar. ”

Zhao Dan suddenly showed a look of embarrassment, this was a risky plan. If Bai Qi sees through, he will lose his wife and soldiers. However, if he didn't see through it, then Yu Qing could go to Handan and convey the news. It's a good idea.

The henchmen were a little worried, Yu Qing was not like himself after all, he was Zhao Dan's henchman. Could this be a survival strategy for Yu Qing, after seeing Bai Qi, Yu Qing directly revealed Zhao Guo's plans and plates, and betrayed his group in exchange for glory and wealth.

I have this kind of thought in my heart, but it is not easy to show it on my face. Zhao Dan's chief henchman immediately said: "This plan is too risky, I think that Bai Qi is the dragon and phoenix among the people, he must see through this delaying plan at a glance." When the time comes, detain the gentleman and use the gentleman to blackmail the adult, what should the adult do? ”

Yu Qing immediately heard the meaning of the other party's words. I was not annoyed, and replied directly: "Whether it is successful or not, you have to try it to know." As for you who are worried that Qin Jun will regret it and will use me to blackmail your lordship, you don't have to. If that were the case, I would have killed myself. Don't embarrass you, huh? ”

Zhao Dan's face was displeased, his henchmen were a little like villains in the belly of a gentleman, and now Yu Qing has stated that if he doesn't agree, the love between the two will come to an end. So he said, "So it's annoying sir!" This is thousands of miles away from Handan, and Mr. can hold my jade pendant and go to Jinyang, when the time comes. Naturally, someone will help Mr. carry the letter. ”

Yu Qing nodded and continued, "That's great! Going to Jinyang for help is the second most important thing that the minister has to say. Although there are not many soldiers and horses in Taiyuan, it can also make up an army of 50,000. There is a river moat, and it is still possible to wave the flag and shout across the river to strengthen the prestige of the young beam. In this way, it can be the heart of Shaoliang's defenders, otherwise, it will be difficult to wait for reinforcements in a month and a half or even two months! ”

Zhao Dan nodded again and again. Indeed it should be. It's a pity that the military discipline of Zhao State is there. It is a felony to mobilize a large army without permission. This matter can only be carried out by obtaining the order of King Zhao. However, if the order is just delivered, it will be reported urgently for 800 miles, and it will not be delayed for long. It's good to ask for this in the letter to King Zhao!

"Just according to the words of the gentleman!" Zhao Dan didn't procrastinate, and said immediately.

Yu Qing nodded. added: "The soldier is very fast! Adults may wish to write letters now, two to the king, one to Pingyuanjun, and one to Lin Shangqing. ”

Zhao Dan was stunned for a moment, and subconsciously said: "Two letters to the king?" Then I realized something. patted his head and said, "I almost forgot, one of them should have been deliberately shown to Bai Qi!" ”

Yu Qing smiled and nodded, which was an acknowledgement. Zhao Dan showed an expression that was really like this, and said to the henchmen on the side: "Go and bring the title deed and map of Shaoliang in the official mansion, and then withdraw 100 gold for Mr.'s use!" ”

Then he said to Yu Qing: "Sir can also go back and clean up a little first, and the official will write four letters in an hour here." In an hour, we will meet here, shall we? ”

Yu Qing thought about it, he really had to prepare something to win Wu Anjun's trust and lobby King Zhao. So he nodded and said, "That's very good!" ”

An hour later, Yu Qing carried the hopes of tens of thousands of people in Shaoliang City, and went straight to the Qin army camp without looking back. Less than five miles out of the city, he was discovered by the patrolling Qin army scouts, Yu Qing straightened his clothes, and said without humility or arrogance: "I am the envoy of Zhao State, I want to see you Wu Anjun, and I have important matters to discuss!" ”

Seeing that his conversation was extraordinary, the scouts did not dare to slack off, and immediately led Yu Qing to the white Chinese military tent. Every time he went deeper, he would be replaced by someone of a different level to lead Yu Qing forward. Although Yu Qing's face did not change, in his heart he was shocked that the Qin army's appearance was neat and orderly. The fame that Bai Qi has achieved is by no means a fluke! Zhao Guo really wants to defend Shaoliang, it is definitely even more difficult! ”

Hearing that an envoy from Zhao asked to see him, Bai Qi and Wang Jian smiled heartily, which made people put away the map, and did not make much preparations, and directly asked Yu Qing to be brought in. In Bai Qi's view, the so-called dismount is not necessary at all. His nearly 100,000 troops besieged the city, which was enough to make the Zhao army frightened. If you deliberately put on an aggressive posture, it will look a little inward-looking. Presumably, when the other party saw his military appearance, he was also uneasy!

After entering the Chinese military tent, Yu Qing and Bai Qi looked at each other curiously. Both of them are masked for the first time, the difference is that Bai Qi is famous, and he is the world's first-class celebrity; And Yu Qing is still a penniless person, although he is arrogant, he is not arrogant.

Bai Qi's image is generally not beyond Yu Qing's imagination, his head is small and his face is sharp, his pupils are white and black, and his vision does not turn. Those with small heads and sharp faces dare to make decisions; Those whose pupils are white and black are clear can see things clearly; Those who do not look forward are also persistent. It can be long-lasting, difficult and competent. Just like an unsheathed sword, Bai Qi never hides his edge. The occasional killing intent in his eyes is enough to make those who are not firm in mind frightened. After all, the other party is a ruthless man who waved his hand and tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands of soldiers died tragically without changing his face, and only such a person can become the number one killing god of the Warring States.

Bai Qi felt that Yu Qing exuded a harmonious aura all over his body, which was also related to the qi raised by the books Yu Qing read on weekdays. Such a person seems to be very communicative at first glance, but he has his own principles and bottom line. It's hard for you to threaten with death, and it's hard to lure you with glory and wealth, and the best way to conquer him is to get him to agree with you.

"Sir, isn't it here to beg for surrender on behalf of Shaoliang?" Bai Qi opened his mouth without giving Yu Qing any face. Extremely humiliated, trying to seize the upper hand.

Yu Qing replied: "Shaoliang has a decapitated general, but there is no surrender general!" The general led the troops to visit my Zhao realm, and it can be seen that there is a city and a town that are expected to fall in the wind? ”

Bai Qi's contempt was slightly relieved, and he nodded silently. In order to reduce the losses of the Qin State, Bai Qi certainly hoped that all the cities of the Zhao State along the way would be surrendered by the wind. But from the bottom of my heart. Bai Qi especially looked down on those who surrendered. These people should be loyal to the king's affairs if they eat the king's fortune. How can you surrender so quickly?!

"Then I don't know the purpose of the gentleman?" Wang Jian asked casually.

Yu Qing shook slightly, and said: "Qin and Zhao are one, but Korea already has eight counties, and has successively seized the land of Sanchuan, Nanyang, Hanzhong, Ba, and Shu from your country, which is a great shame that the Qin State has not had for hundreds of years. Qin and Zhao agreed to fight against South Korea, but I really don't know why your country should renounce the alliance and not attack South Korea. On the contrary, I omitted the land west of the river of my Zhao country. Isn't this painful to relatives and enemies? ”

Bai frowned, and said unhappily: "Is Mr. here to ask about the crime?" ”

Yu Qing shook his head and said, "Definitely! Definitely! It's just that I thought your country was like this, and it was unwise! The news of your country's invasion of our Hexi must have reached Handan, and the king of Zhao was furious, and sent troops in anger, or to the hearts of Han and Wei, or to the meaning of Qi and Chu. Isn't it dangerous for the Qin State to become the target of the world? ”

Bai Qi snorted coldly. Laughed: "Sir is alarmist! Zhao is now at odds with Yan and Qi in the east, Han and Wei in the south, and Xiongnu in the north. As for whether Zhao is wise or unwise, the world has its own conclusion. I think Mr. wants to move our Qin State to withdraw its troops. In this way, it is really wishful thinking. If you have this thought, please go back! ”

I thought that Shao Liang Shou would not be able to withstand the huge pressure and wanted to ask himself for peace, but he didn't expect it. The other party wanted to withdraw from the army. Bai Qi suddenly lost interest in entanglement with the other party. These lobbyists have no other skills than alarmism. The matter of sending troops is a unanimous decision of the Qin State, even if he is persuaded by the other party, he will not dare to withdraw the army!

Yu Qing laughed, as if she had heard the funniest thing in the world, and couldn't stop laughing, almost tears flowed out. Wang Jian and Bai Qi looked at each other, and in the end, Wang Jian couldn't help but be depressed, drew his sword and threatened: "Don't be rude in front of the general!" Otherwise, Hugh blames me for being ruthless under the sword! ”

Yu Qing waved his hand, finally stopped laughing, and gave Bai Qi a deep look, explaining: "Suitable talent is rude!" I hope the general will not blame! ”

Bai Qi didn't answer, and seemed to be deaf. Yu Qing had no choice but to explain to himself: "General Fang Cai said that our Zhao State is difficult to protect itself, I think it is really a big joke in the world. ”

Wang Jian snorted coldly and retorted: "Zhao Kingdom is surrounded by enemies in the southeast, northwest, and north, it's not that it is difficult to protect itself, is it impregnable?" ”

Yu Qing shook his head and sighed: "Zhao State is not on good terms with Yan State and Qi State, but it is because the two countries teased Zhao State, and Qi State seized the land of Anyang of Zhao State. Now that the Qin State is attacking me, the Zhao State naturally has no time to confront the two countries. Zhao only needed to send important ministers to Linzi, indicating that the land of Anyang was assigned to Qi State, and Qi State would inevitably withdraw its troops. As for Yan Guo, Queen Yan is the daughter of King Zhao, and Zhao Guo only needs to envelop the ministers of Yan State with heavy money, and naturally there will be no new changes. The Xiongnu in the north are not to worry, Xinpingjun (Lian Po) led an army of 200,000 to guard Yunzhong, and it is soon to be Yangchun March, and it is impossible for the Xiongnu to commit a border. As for the two countries of Han and Wei in the south, the three kingdoms of Han, Zhao and Wei are all from Yu Jin, and there is a lot of cooperation. As long as there are envoys from Handan to Xinzheng and Daliang to rediscuss the friendship between the Three Jin and Jin Dynasty, how can Han and Wei oppose it?! ”

Bai Qi shook his head secretly in his heart, Zhao Guo should not know that Wei Guo had already made up his mind to deviate from Korea's idea. Under these circumstances, Wei would most likely not agree to an alliance with Han and Zhao. However, on the Korean side, it is really hard to be sure. The alliance between Han and Zhao alone was enough to lock in Qin's eastward advance.

Yu Qing was silent when he saw Bai Qi, thinking that the other party was moved by his own words, although he wondered how the other party could be persuaded so easily, Yu Qing still persuaded according to his established ideas: "Qin State is different. The six kingdoms of Shandong all know that the Qin State is capricious, after all, the precedent of King Chu Huai is in front of them, and our Zhao State is now a better illustration of the injustice of the Qin State. What country in the world would dare to form an alliance with yours! Your country will be constrained outside the west of the river, there are high mountains in the south, the Xiongnu in the north, and the Yueshi in the west. In this case, your country is really in danger! ”

Although he didn't agree with the other party's opinion in his heart, Bai Qi pretended to have an attitude of seeking advice, and asked: "Now that we have conquered the Zhao State, we have lost the good of the Zhao State, according to Mr. 's idea, our Qin State has fallen into danger, how should we deal with ourselves?" Mr. is here, don't just leave after being alarmist! (To be continued......)

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